In the 1970s, the Soviet military sought a modern replacement for its ageing AT-P artillery tractors. Enter the MT-L, a robust vehicle built on the chassis of the PT-76 amphibious light tank. Its armoured sibling, the MT-LB, soon followed, designed to provide heavier protection for battlefield tasks.

Both vehicles boasted several advantages. Their foundation on existing components, like the truck-derived engine, kept costs down. Manufactured in Kharkov and licensed for production in Poland and Bulgaria, they offered widespread availability. These factors, coupled with their amphibious capabilities and manoeuvrability, made them valuable assets for the Soviet army.

While the MT-L served primarily as a tractor for artillery pieces, the MT-LB's armour allowed it to take on diverse roles. It could transport troops, provide fire support, and even serve as a mobile command post. Its adaptability and affordability cemented its place as a workhorse of the Soviet arsenal, seeing action in conflicts around the globe.

Now, Trumpeter have carefully recreated this piece of military history in 1/35 scale, ready for you to build and display.

• 1x Trumpeter 1/35 MT-LB w/ ZU-23-2 Scaled Plastic Model Kit

• Paints & Brushes
• Modelling Glue such as Revell Contacta Professional Glue 25g
• Tweezers, Scissors & Modelling Knives